Garage Assistant

Job Overview

AFW takes pride in ensuring all AFW vehicles and property are maintained and cleaned for our employees and customers. AFW is looking for a Garage Assistant who can clean all AFW vehicles, trailers, fuel islands, curbs, sidewalks, stairways, man doors, and any other type of equipment or property as asked by the AFW management team. The Garage Assistant will operate a power sprayer and safely mix and use AFW approved chemicals to perform all cleaning duties. This individual will also assist with any other tasks, as assigned by the AFW management team

Job Responsibilities & Duties

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and the ability to promote safety awareness.
• Power wash AFW property including but not limited to curbs, sidewalks, stairways, man doors, and dock doors.
• Drive and operate vehicles under 15 mph in and around the warehouse, storage lot, and staging area.
• Wash our truck fleet by hand washing and power washing
• Clean and maintain the fuel island, diesel exhaust fluid tank (DEF Tank), and any other equipment and or property as requested by the AFW management team.
• Maintain high levels of safety, quality, and housekeeping while achieving productivity standards established.
• Inspect the fleet and report any possible damage or vehicles needing maintenance to the AFW management team.
• Initiative to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment for an extended period of time.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness. 
• Other duties to be assigned/directed by supervisor. 
• All training will be provided by AFW.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Job Requirements

• Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the ability to safely use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record with 2 or less moving violations within the past 3 years.
• Ability to safely handle and mix AFW approved cleaning chemicals.
• Safely operate an industrial power washer and company vehicles.
• Coordinate and work effectively with multiple departments to continuously improve processes, maximize efficiency and exceed expectations.
• Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to have a flexible schedule and work all shifts, holidays, and weekends. 
• Capacity to effectively work independently of direct supervision.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.

Compensation

Pay Rate: Starting at $17/hour

Pay Grade B: $16.00-$29.71

At AFW we offer great perks: weekly pay, benefits package (medical, dental, vision), 401k matching, and more!

Physical Requirements

• Capacity to maneuver in confined and at times congested areas.
• Capability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily.
• Lifting, gripping, bending, kneeling, stooping, and moving merchandise 8 hours or more daily.
• Continuous use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
• Ability to lift, lower, move, carry, push and pull up to 100 lbs. and the skill to handle/manipulate merchandise up to 250 lbs. frequently.

• Able to work in variable environments with different lighting, loud exterior noise, and flooring. 

Work Environment

• Fluorescent Lighting
• Concrete Flooring
• Climate affected by outside conditions
• Considerable exterior noise
• Extreme temperature fluctuations in the warehouse

If you want to know more about American Furniture Warehouse and what we do click on the link below!

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American Furniture Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at American Furniture Warehouse – an Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

A pre-employment drug screen, background and fit for duty exam check must be passed upon job offer.

Since 1975, our motto has been Under Promise and Over Deliver and this is exactly what we do on a daily basis! At AFW, we strongly believe in recognizing those who exemplify excellence, and reward them for contributing to our collective success. We strive to provide a great work environment for our employees and give them the knowledge and tools needed to provide our customers with an even greater buying experience. At American Furniture Warehouse We Do It Right the First Time!